What’s on: LGBT
Pride Games
Sparkle
World Aids Day
4 – 12 June 2011
8 – 10 July 2011
1 December 2011
This week-long sporting extravaganza includes everything from courses and competitions to events that are just a bit of fun. Professionals and newcomers alike in athletics, dancing, mountain biking, squash, football, running, rugby, swimming, water polo and even sailing come together to compete in a diverse environment. pridegames.org
Sparkle celebrates transgender life and is the biggest event of its kind in the UK. It provides a unique environment where it’s easy to socialise, have a bit of fun and gain support concerning gender issues. The festival is also home ‘Sparkle in the Park’, a small music festival in Sackville Gardens. sparkle.org.uk
Supported by the Lesbian and Gay Foundation, Manchester marks World Aids Day with fundraising efforts and a commemoration in Sackville Gardens at the Beacon of Hope - the only HIV memorial in the UK. worldaidsday.org
Manchester Pride Queer to Stay: 21 Years of Manchester Pride 4 June – 16 October 2011 The Lowry The Lowry presents an exhibition documenting the literal rags to riches story of Manchester Pride, from bring-and-buy stalls outside the Rembrandt Pub to its mammoth modern incarnation that has inspired the LGBT community and changed Manchester. It forefronts the story of how Manchester Pride turned into one of Europe’s largest events of its kind, using film, photography, memorabilia. thelowry.com
19 – 29 August 2011 Manchester Pride will celebrate its 21st anniversary in 2011. Renowned for its Pride Parade, it also delivers a healthy ten day programme of events, including films and exhibitions. This vibrant and colourful festival culminates with its Big Weekend, which is held over the August Bank Holiday weekend. manchesterpride.com
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